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Besan Chilla
15 min prep time
5 min cook time
1serving
Recipe by
Nourish Project
How to Make Besan Chilla
Made with chickpea flour and colorful vegetables, besan chilla is a popular savory pancake enjoyed in many Indian households. Its lightly nutty flavor, crisp edges, and tender center make it a tasty snack or light meal, while the chickpea flour provides protein and fiber.
15 min prep time
5 min cook time
1serving
1 pancake
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Step-By-Step Instructions:
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In a bowl, whisk together the besan, water, and spices until smooth.
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Stir in the vegetables. Cover and set aside for 5-10 minutes. Mix well again.
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Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat and lightly coat with cooking spray.
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Pour the batter into the skillet, gently spread the batter evenly, and round off the shape to create a thin, 6-inch pancake.
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Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until lightly browned and cooked through.
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Serve warm with 1 Tbsp plain Greek yogurt on the side for dipping.
Nutrition facts
1 Serving
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Serving Size
1 pancake
- Amount per serving Calories 160
- % Daily value*
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Total Fat
3.5g
4%
- Saturated Fat 0g 0%
- Trans Fats 0g
- Cholesterol 0mg 0%
- Sodium 160mg 7%
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Total Carbohydrate
26g
9%
- Dietary Fiber 6g 21%
- Total Sugars 4g
- Added Sugars 0g 0%
- Protein 7g
- Potassium 520mg 11%
Ingredients
chickpea flour (besan)
1/4 cup
water
1/4 cup
yellow onion (finely chopped)
2 tbsp
spinach (finely chopped)
2 tbsp
bell peppers (finely chopped)
2 tbsp
zucchini (grated)
2 tbsp
ground cumin
1/4 tsp
ground coriander
1/4 tsp
turmeric
1/16 tsp
chili powder
1/16 tsp
salt
1/16 tsp
nonstick cooking spray
1 spray, 0.25g
Plain Nonfat Greek yogurt
1 tbsp
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